Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

The controller will handle high-level accounting, managerial accounting, and oversee financial activities of the company. As head of the accounting department, the controller will manage and supervise all aspects of accounting while assisting with the development of internal control policies, procedures, and financial planning as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage all aspects of accounting; billing, financial statements, general ledger, cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, tax compliance, inventory accounting, revenue recognition, and various special analyses Maintain documented system of accounting policies and operations Oversee payments of all accounts; ensuring all accounts are paid on time Process accounts and collecting payments Oversee all payments made for debts, bank loans, and other large quantities of money Monitor cash and funding balances Keep an organized filing system of all accounts, statements, transactions, payments, and debts Prepare and organize financial statements for record and review Prepare quarterly/annual financial reports Manage the quarterly/annual budgets and forecasts Advise on financial analyses and decision-making regarding capital investments, pricing, contract negotiations, significant costs, benchmarks, and other matters with management and chief financial officer Organize information and statements for audits and both internal and external auditors Define, benchmark and implement operational best practices Complying with all local, state, and federal laws regarding finances, tax filings, and reporting Ensuring company complies with all additional legal and regulatory requirements Additional controller duties as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration with an emphasis in Accounting, or a related field Ideal candidate has 5 to 10 years of experience in field Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required Previous experience as an accountant, accounting supervisor, or manager Knowledge of manufacturing, retail and warehouse operations Excellent computer skills; experience in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite; database, or other system knowledge Proficiency with accounting software and experience with a software system implementation Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations Attention to detail Able to work well with senior executives and team, as well as mentor/lead other team members Excellent leadership, management and supervisory skills
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WORKING CONDITIONS

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The job requires a fair amount of sitting for extended periods of time with some stair climbing, walking and light lifting of objects on a consistent basis.

DIRECT REPORTS

Accounting Department personnel.

Must be at least 18 years old.

Export Control Compliance Notice

This position may involve access to technology or software source code subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license/confirming the availability of a license exception. Applicants must provide information for export control screening, which will be reviewed for compliance. Palmetto State Armory may elect not to pursue a license or exception and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis.